Tesla · 4 months ago
Quality Technician, Powertrain, Semi
Sparks, NV
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelTesla is seeking Quality Technicians to join their team at the Gigafactory supporting the Semi-truck Program. This role focuses on ensuring the highest standards of product quality in fast-paced manufacturing environments, collaborating with teams to identify quality issues and implement corrective actions.
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Responsibilities
Perform inspections, audits, and testing to evaluate product and process performance
Analyze root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actions and countermeasures
Work with cross-functional teams to maintain quality standards and resolve manufacturing quality issues
Manage non-conforming materials by containing, sorting, and disposing of them according to protocols
Support continuous improvement activities and provide feedback to engineering for process and design optimizations
Collect and analyze mechanical and electrical test data, and contribute to PFMEA and control plan activities
Maintain clear documentation on quality performance and escalate unresolved issues to relevant teams
Qualification
Required
Experience in a high-volume manufacturing or automotive quality assurance environment
Proficiency with quality systems (QS-9000, ISO/TS 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, DFMEA, PFMEA) and tools (e.g., calipers, torque wrenches, micrometers)
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills, with the ability to interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and lift or move parts up to 30 pounds
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adhere to safety protocols, including wearing PPE when necessary
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
Ability to perform repetitious duties, including stairs and standing for long periods of time over varied and uneven terrain
Frequently and repetitively, lifting 30 pounds and carrying 20 pounds up and down stairs
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift, reach, stoop, lay, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time
Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, or hearing
Potential exposure to confined spaces and hazardous materials
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Preferred
GD&T knowledge preferred
Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and data analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, SQL, Python) is a plus
Benefits
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
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Leadership Team
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Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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